Kia Niro: Kia Niro Hca Fuse Replacement

KIA Niro Recall Summary Kia is recalling approximately 51,667 Niro vehicles because fluid contamination in the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator may cause an electrical short circuit, which could potentially result in an engine compartment fire while driving. Dealers will check for related diagnostic trouble codes and either replace the actuator and fuse, or install a reduced amperage fuse depending on what they find. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
KIA
Product
Vehicles: KIA Niro. Units affected: 51,667
Reason
The printed circuit board (PCB) in the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) may become contaminated with fluid. A fluid contaminated PCB may lead to an electrical short circuit which in extreme cases may potentially result in a fire in the engine compartment while driving. Remedy: Check vehicle for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) if HCA related codes are found replace the HCA the connector and reduced amperage fuse. If no related DTC are recorded fit reduced amperage fuse only.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2025-03-02
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6e08bbda-c232-460d-84df-53dda91fb7df